CPAR 1.2 (ELEMENTS OF ART) Flashcards

1
Q

in visual arts can be
defined as a void, an
emptiness which can be
positive of negative

A

space

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2
Q

the actual objects within the art work

A

positive space

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2
Q

is the area around the objects. it is the background

A

negative space

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2
Q

It is the extension of a point, a short
or long mark drawn or carved in
the surface

A

line

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2
Q

the degree of lightness and darkness of a color

A

value

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2
Q

seem to be reaching, so they may see
inspirational like tall majestic trees

A

vertical line

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2
Q

is generally restful like the
horizon, where the sky meets
the land

A

horizontal line

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2
Q

tend to be disturbing. They are suggest
decay or chaos like lightening or falling trees

A

diagonal line

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2
Q

When the end of the line meet,
they form a

A

shaoes and form

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2
Q

have smooth even edges and are measurable

A

geometric shape

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2
Q

have more complicated edges and are usually found in nature

A

organic shapes

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2
Q
  • is the surface of an artwork
  • can be a actual or tactile, meaning it can really be felt by touch
  • or it can be simulated or illusory, which means it can only be seen, not felt
A

texture

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2
Q
  • most striking art element that catches the eye
  • creates a mood or tone
A

color

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